Riding Lights Theatre Company

There are still a few places left on our MAKE (writing) Retreat 'The Write Stuff'. Led by writer Rachel Price, this 3-day retreat is designed for writers and theatre-makers who want to explore, experiment, and create new work. March 20th - 22nd, Wydale Hall, North Yorks.
Book via 'Make' link in bio.

Our annual Members Day is this Saturday in York at Friargate Theatre! It's still not too late to book, but you need to be a member to attend - sign up for membership via the link in our bio. Also this Saturday - two York performances of our 2026 passion play Night Falls at Friargate Theatre.

***DOUBLE JOB OPPORTUNITY***
We are looking for two fantastic people to join our team at Riding Lights Theatre Company.

Are you a TECHNICAL MANAGER or a FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT MANAGER?

Check out our website for more details and make sure you apply by 09 March! www.ridinglights.org/jobs

Night Falls will perform at Cast in Doncaster during our Lent tour on 27 Feb. Join us at the house of Lazarus where, under his roof, the impossible has already occurred… Book your tickets for our brand-new passion play: www.castindoncaster.com/events/night...

TONIGHT: Our brand-new passion play Night Falls, by Paul Birch, opens at The Lowry Theatre in Salford Quays. Book your tickets now: thelowry.com/whats-on/nig...

Here's a sneaky peek into the rehearsal room of Night Falls, and a first glimpse of our incredible set by Sean Cavanagh and Yorkshire Workshop. Last few days here in York before we head over to Salford for our opening night at the Lowry! Thu 12 Feb. Tickets available at thelowry.com/whats-on/nig...

Night Falls will perform at St Mary's Cathedral in Middlesborough during our Lent tour on 26 Feb. Don't miss this dynamic retelling of the Easter story, blending music and powerful drama alongside space for reflection and worship. Tickets and more information: www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls

Our brand-new passion play Night Falls, by Paul Birch, will commence a UK tour with three performances at The Lowry in Salford Quays, 12-14 Feb. Book your tickets now: thelowry.com/whats-on/nig...

Night Falls, our vivid retelling of the Easter story, will perform at St Paul's Ireland Wood in Leeds during our Lent tour on Sunday 1 March. Join us for this brand new passion play blending music and powerful drama. Tickets and more information available at: ridinglights.org/nightfalls

CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: Introducing the cast of Night Falls, our brand-new passion play by Paul Birch, touring the UK this Lent. Actors Matthew Rutherford & Esther Atkins will be bringing this dynamic retelling of the Easter story to life. More info & tickets: www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls

Here we go! First day of rehearsals and a read-through with the cast, creatives and core staff @friargatetheatre for our National Tour of Night Falls. We can't wait to get this show on the road so you can see it! Opening at the Lowry (12 Feb)-book your tickets now!

www.ridinglights.org/nightfalls

We're heading to St Mary's Cathedral in Middlesborough during our Lent tour of Night Falls on February 26th. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.

Book your tickets for a night out with comedians Steffen Peddie and Rob Deering as they step in front of the comedy mic at our Get Up Stand Up Comedy Club on 26 Feb, joined by our host Howard Walker. Tickets via 'what's on' link in bio. 14+ show.

DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.

Right Here Right Now! (York's favourite comedy improv show) is back at Friargate Theatre for another night of sensational silliness! Join us Thursday 05 Feb at 7.30pm and be entertained by interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Check the link in our bio for tickets now!

We're really excited that our tour of Night Falls will begin with four performances at The Lowry in Salford. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.

We are hiring! Are you an experienced production & operations manager able to lead the technical and production operations for events and productions for a busy theatre venue in York? We'd love you to be part of our team! Head to www.ridinglights.org/jobs for more info.

DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.

DON'T MISS: Right Here Right Now! York's favourite comedy improv show, live at Friargate Theatre, Thursday Feb 5th, 7.30pm! Join us for a fantastic night of interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Link in bio for tickets.

Are you looking for affordable rehearsal space in York? Do you love a discounted cafe and bar? Would you like access to theatre courses and masterclasses at a lower price? If yes, then become a MAKE member at Riding Lights Theatre Company today - only £5 per month! MAKE link in bio to sign up.

We're really excited that Night Falls will have performances at Lowry in Salford and Cast in Doncaster during our Lent tour. Book now to make sure you don't miss it! Tickets and more information available via the link in our bio.

DON'T MISS: The Write Stuff — a creative weekend retreat at Wydale Hall, North Yorkshire, designed for writers and theatre-makers who want to explore, experiment, and create new work. March 20th - 22nd.
Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.

DON'T MISS: The Improv Gym "In Good Company" - Feb 23 - Mar 23. Come and find your funny ‘In Good Company’ by creating an improv team and making instant comedy with a new community.
Use the 'Make' link in our bio to book your place.

DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.

New dates please! Make sure you add these 2026 dates for Right Here Right Now to your diary. Don't miss out on York's favourite comedy improv show, live at Friargate Theatre! Join us for a fantastic night of interactive made-up mayhem from the Friargate funny bunch.
Link in bio for tickets.

We're looking for an experienced production and operations manager to look after Friargate Theatre, lead the technical and production operations for Riding Lights and Friargate Theatre events, and to act as Production Manager on Riding Lights productions.
Head to the link in our bio for more info.

HAPPY NEW YEAR from everyone at Riding Lights Theatre Company. We hope this year brings you happiness and joy, and we look forward to bringing you more new and exciting theatre in 2026!

SUMMER THEATRE WEEK IS BACK! This year in 2026, we're heading to a new location at Wydale Hall in North Yorkshire for our favourite creative week of the year. There are four courses available, and places and accommodation are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Link in bio for more info.

DON'T MISS: The Write Stuff — a creative weekend retreat at Wydale Hall, North Yorkshire, designed for writers and theatre-makers who want to explore, experiment, and create new work. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.

DON'T MISS: Mime with Tom Jackson. Get ready to ditch the script and let your body do the talking! This will be a comprehensive and high-energy, hands-on dive into the (mostly) silent world of mime. Book your place now via the 'Make' link in our bio.